Hilton Buffalo Thunder Receives 3 Awards

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, Feb. 8, 2010

HILTON BUFFALO THUNDER WINS THREE PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS FROM
Smart Meetings Magazine, Elite Meetings International and Meetings & Conventions Magazine
SANTA FE, New Mexico – Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort & Spa at Buffalo Thunder is proud to announce that it is the recipient of three prestigious industry awards, which recognize the resort as a top meetings destination. The luxury golf and casino property, which opened in the fall of 2008, received the “2010 Elite Gold Certification" from Elite Meetings International, a "2009 Platinum Choice Award” from SmartMeetings Magazine, and a “2009 Gold Key Award” from Meetings & Conventions Magazine.

“Receiving recognition from readers- who are ultimately our customers- and industry leaders is an honor and a fitting way to celebrate our success in our first full year of operation,” said Timothy Booth, General Manager of the Hilton Resort. “We have such a unique, Native American-themed destination and it is our sincere hope that we can continue our track record and recognition of excellence in years to come.”

Nestled at the base of the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains in Northern New Mexico, and set on 587 acres, Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort & Spa at Buffalo Thunder boasts 66,000 square feet of meeting and convention space that includes an onsite wedding chapel. Meeting amenities also include a 24-hour business center, a variety of Internet solutions, plus onsite audio/visual support and video conferencing.

The resort offers 395 spectacularly decorated rooms and suites featuring authentic Pueblo architecture and design elements and an all-inclusive destination with services and activities catering to every taste. Activities and amenities include onsite golf at Towa Golf Club, indoor and outdoor, a health club featuring Hilton Fitness by Precor equipment, and ancient Native American therapy elements at the Wo’ P’in Spa, a 16,000 square foot facility.

The resort also boasting nine food and entertainment venues, highlighted by the triumphant return of Red Sage, which serves fresh cuisine that recalls the American West, the full-service restaurant Mica Room, the Turquoise Trail Bar and Grille, the Painted Parrot Buffet, the outdoor Pool Grille, Pueblo Deli, Blue Tower Lounge and an onsite Starbucks.

About Hilton Santa Fe Resort and Spa at Buffalo ThunderThe Hilton Santa Fe Resort and Spa at Buffalo Thunder is conveniently located at 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87506, 15 minutes north of the famous Santa Fe Plaza. The resort is only 20 minutes from the Santa Fe County Municipal Airport and 75 minutes from the Albuquerque International Sunport. For more information or to make reservations, contact Hilton Reservations Worldwide at 1-800-445-8667 or visit www.buffalothunderresort.com.

About Hilton Worldwide Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 90 years, Hilton Worldwide has been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our brands are comprised of more than 3,400 hotels in 79 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors.

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www.buffalothunderresort.com;
www.hiltonworldwide.com.

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Contact:
Jennifer Marshall
505-231-1776
jennifer@jmarshallplan.com
www.jmarshallplan.com

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Contact:
Jennifer Marshall
505-231-1776
jennifer@jmarshallplan.com
www.jmarshallplan.com